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Latest ASX share market news. Find out which Australian shares are moving the stock market today, and which shares to buy.

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Share Gainers

Why Mesoblast, PolyNovo, Pushpay, and Weebit Nano shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a strong session despite the market selloff.

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Small Cap Shares

Top ASX small-cap shares to buy in March 2023

| Motley Fool Staff

Mighty oaks from little acorns can grow!

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Technology Shares

Broker tips 280% upside for Zip share price

| James Mickleboro

There could be huge returns ahead for investors if this broker is on the money with its recommendation.

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Dividend Investing

Last chance to snag the next dividend from these 4 ASX 200 mining shares

| Bernd Struben

Investors wanting to receive the fully franked dividend payouts from these ASX 200 mining shares will need to own the…

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52-Week Highs

2 ASX 200 shares smashing new multi-year highs on Wednesday

| Sebastian Bowen

The market's blues aren't holding back these two ASX shares.

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Bank Shares

3 good reasons I'm avoiding CBA shares at all costs!

| Sebastian Bowen

CBA is a popular ASX share. But that doesn't mean it's a good investment.

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Dividend Investing

6 ASX 200 shares trading ex-dividend today

| James Mickleboro

It won't be long until shareholders of these companies receive a pay check...

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Retail Shares

Gerry Harvey just bought $8 million worth of Harvey Norman shares. Should you buy?

| Bronwyn Allen

The Harvey Norman share price has dropped by almost 8% since the company reported its 1H FY23 results last week.

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Share Market News

Why is the ASX 200 taking a tumble today?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 is sliding today after rallying yesterday on the back of the RBA’s 0.25% interest rate hike announcement.

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Technology Shares

Nuix share price dives 16% on new legal battle with former CEO

| James Mickleboro

This tech company's former CEO is taking it back to court.

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Energy Shares

Why is the Woodside share price wilting 7% on Wednesday?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is something going on with Woodside shares today?

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Dividend Investing

Too much of a good thing? When ASX dividends could hurt your overall returns

| Tristan Harrison

Dividends are a great source of cash flow, but are they the wisest choice?

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Materials Shares

Sayona Mining share price dips despite first lithium production

| Bernd Struben

The company's NAL operation in Canada has produced 70 tonnes of spodumene concentrate.

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Materials Shares

Lynas share price rebounds on $200m Japanese Government investment

| Bronwyn Allen

News of a $200 million government investment has buoyed depressed Lynas investors today.

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Healthcare Shares

Mesoblast share price rockets 23% on FDA news

| James Mickleboro

Mesoblast has received some good news for the US FDA this morning.

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Dividend Investing

10 ASX 200 stocks trading ex-dividend tomorrow

| James Mickleboro

It is almost payday for these popular ASX 200 shares.

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Travel Shares

Qantas share price flying higher despite new labour disruptions

| Bernd Struben

The Qantas share price won’t be receiving any tailwinds from the company’s refuelling crews on Wednesday.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Carsales share price on ice amid $500m cap raise and acquisition news

| James Mickleboro

Carsales is betting big on Brazil being a key driver of its future growth.

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Opinions

Does the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) hold the ticket to building long-term wealth?

| Tristan Harrison

Should Aussies use this ETF as their number one choice for becoming rich?

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Bank Shares

ASX 200 bank shares slump could continue: Morgan Stanley

| Tristan Harrison

Watch out below – bank share prices are expected to keep falling.

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Resources Shares

Lynas Rare Earths has plunged 20% in a month: Is it a buy?

| Tony Yoo

This former stock market darling is seeing its valuation head south. Is it a lost cause or an absolute bargain?

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX 200 shares now for big dividend yields: brokers

| James Mickleboro

Brokers are expecting some big dividend payments from these ASX 200 shares...

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

47% upside: Expert names 2 entertainment ASX 200 shares to buy for cheap

| Tony Yoo

Will Australians still watch television and take a punt as the economy tightens up?

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Investing Strategies

3 ASX shares to avoid like the plague (and one to buy for the next 4 years): expert

| Tony Yoo

Ask A Fund Manager: Red Leaf Securities' John Athanasiou looks over the stocks that could look like bargains right now.

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Opinions

Pilbara Minerals shares: Bull vs. Bear

| Motley Fool Staff

Which side of the order book makes a stronger argument on this ASX 200 lithium company?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a very red day for the ASX 200 on Wednesday.

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Investing Strategies

2 ASX shares offering both growth and nice dividends: expert

| Tony Yoo

It's the golden combo that everyone wants, but are as rare as hen's teeth. But here are not just one…

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ETFs

2 excellent ETFs for ASX investors to buy now

| James Mickleboro

These ETFs provide investors with access to thousands of high quality companies.

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Dividend Investing

Buy NAB and this ASX passive income share: analysts

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are expecting these ASX dividend shares to offer generous yields in the coming years.

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Energy Shares

Why did the Woodside CEO just sell off over $200,000 worth of shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is it OK when a CEO sells shares of their own company?

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52-Week Highs

Qantas share price takes off to new multi-year high on Tuesday

| Tristan Harrison

The airline is reaching new heights. Why?

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How to invest

I'd aim for $1 million, thanks to just a few ASX shares

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how I'd go about it.

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52-Week Lows

Why did the Lynas share price just hit a 52-week low?

| Bronwyn Allen

Investors aren't feeling great about Lynas shares this week. Here's why.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 lifts off as RBA raises interest rates yet again

| Bernd Struben

With inflation still running hot, the RBA has increased the benchmark interest rate by another 0.25%, bringing the official cash…

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Tuesday

| Sebastian Bowen

An ASX 200 share's return from a trading halt is driving volumes this Tuesday.

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Broker Notes

Morgans warns that these ASX shares could disappoint in FY23

| James Mickleboro

Investors may expecting too much from these ASX shares in the second half...

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Healthcare Shares

Owners of this ASX 200 share are soon going to receive a bigger dividend

| Tristan Harrison

Investors in this healthcare company are about to get a healthy cash boost.

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Dividend Investing

5 ASX 200 shares trading ex-dividend today

| James Mickleboro

It won't be long until these ASX 200 shares pay their next dividends...

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Technology Shares

Why did this ASX 300 tech share just crash 50%?

| James Mickleboro

This tech share is having a day to forget on Tuesday.

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Share Fallers

Why Brainchip, Lynas, Megaport, and Universal Store shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a tough time on Tuesday.

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